2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
